Study of users of legal information: Librarian and quality criteria for information

Abstract

The information need to be in accordance with precise and reliable quality criteria, especially in legal environments. In Brazil, publication grows daily, such as norms and changes in legislation. In this sense, it is necessary to know the information sources and monitor the changes, seeking to satisfy the needs of users of legal information. From this perspective, this study aimed to analyze the satisfaction of users of legal information in meeting their informational needs by the Librarian. This is an exploratory-descriptive research, which data collection was done from the application of a structured questionnaire to law professionals. It was found that the level of specificity of legal information is a decisive factor and of paramount importance in professional practice, and that the level of reliability of the sources of legal information, recognized by the great majority of respondents, is linked to the presentation of authorship and / or authority. As to the accuracy of the information, it has been shown that it is directly linked to the consistency of the informational data. Finally, in the recognition and appreciation of the work of the librarian, the respondents consider it to be extremely important for the success of the legal advisory services.